CVE-2012-1954: Use After Free
Use-after-free vulnerability in the nsDocument::AdoptNode function in Mozilla Firefox 4.x through 13.0, Firefox ESR 10.x before 10.0.6, Thunderbird 5.0 through 13.0, Thunderbird ESR 10.x before 10.0.6, and SeaMonkey before 2.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption) or possibly execute arbitrary code via vectors involving multiple adoptions and empty documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1954?
CVE-2012-1954 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can lead to a denial of service due to heap memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1954?
To fix CVE-2012-1954, update your affected Mozilla Firefox, Thunderbird, or SeaMonkey software to the latest versions as recommended by the vendor.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-1954?
CVE-2012-1954 affects Firefox versions 4.x through 13.0, Thunderbird versions 5.0 through 13.0, and various versions of SeaMonkey before 2.11.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-1954?
CVE-2012-1954 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service, potentially resulting in application crashes and availability issues.
Is CVE-2012-1954 related to a specific component in Mozilla applications?
Yes, CVE-2012-1954 is specifically related to the nsDocument::AdoptNode function in Mozilla applications.